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South African Cancer Researchers Unite to Turn Knowledge into Impact

Leading cancer researchers, clinicians, academics, healthcare professionals and advocates gathered in Cape Town, hosted by CANSA; to examine how South African cancer research can contribute to improved cancer outcomes. CANSA Chief Executive Officer Elize Joubert said locally relevant research was essential to addressing the country’s cancer burden. “Cancer research must ultimately improve people’s lives. By supporting high-quality South African research, we can strengthen risk-reduction, encourage earlier diagnosis, improve treatment and care, and contribute to health policies and services that respond to the realities experienced by people in our communities.”

Published: 14 August 2026
Updated: 14 August 2026
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA - Who We Are, CANSA Highlights, CANSA Research, Notice Board

Breaking the Silence on Vulval Cancer

As part of Women’s Month, CANSA encourages women to pay attention to changes in the external genital area, known medically as the vulva, and to seek medical advice without shame or delay. CANSA’s ‘Know Your Vulva, Know When to Ask’ campaign aims to give women the language and confidence to talk about symptoms affecting this part of the body…

Published: 5 August 2026
Updated: 7 August 2026
Categories: Advocacy, CANSA Highlights, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Types of cancer, Women's Health

Podcast: On the CANSA Couch – Alcohol and Cancer – the Link Everyone Should Know

Join On the CANSA Couch listeners as we discuss the link between alcohol and cancer, that many people may not be aware of. In fact, alcohol has been classified as a Group 1 carcinogen, meaning there’s strong scientific evidence that it causes cancer in humans. Professor Susan Goldstein explains the scientific evidence behind classifying alcohol as a Group 1 carcinogen…

Published: 21 July 2026
Updated: 21 July 2026
Categories: Balanced Lifestyle, CANSA Highlights, CANSA on the Move for the Youth, Men's Health, No Alcohol, On the CANSA Couch Podcasts, Women's Health

UICC Podcast ‘Let’s Talk Cancer’ featuring Elize Joubert (CANSA CEO) about CANSA’s Work across the Cancer Continuum

In this episode of the UICC’s Let’s Talk Cancer podcast, Cary Adams, CEO of the UICC, speaks with Elize Joubert, CEO of CANSA (a UICC member) about the organisation’s work across the cancer continuum, from prevention and screening to patient support and advocacy…

Published: 21 July 2026
Updated: 21 July 2026
Categories: CANSA - Who We Are, CANSA Highlights

CANSA Highlights Human Rights and Cancer in the Workplace

As South Africa marks Workers’ Day, CANSA is encouraging employers, managers, HR teams, employees, and caregivers to recognise that cancer in the workplace is not only a health issue, but also a matter of fairness and practical support.

Published: 2 July 2026
Updated: 3 July 2026
Categories: A Loved One has Cancer, Advocacy, Beyond Diagnosis & Treatment, CANSA Highlights, Caregiving and Cancer, I have Cancer, Media Releases & News, Men's Health, Women's Health, Work and Cancer

Volunteers – Ordinary South Africans Who Keep CANSA’s Heart Beating

For 95 years, CANSA has stood beside individuals and families affected by cancer. Behind every support group, awareness talk, hospital support group visit, fundraiser, screening event and community outreach initiative is a powerful force – CANSA volunteers…

CANSA Marks Cancer Survivors’ Month by Focusing on Life Beyond Treatment

June is recognised globally as International Cancer Survivors Month which provides the opportunity to recognise cancer survivors living in South Africa and to highlight the often-overlooked emotional, physical, financial and practical realities that can continue long after diagnosis and treatment. For many people, the end of active treatment is not the end of the impact that cancer has had on their lives. Survivors may continue to live with fatigue, anxiety, fear of recurrence, body image changes, relationship strain, financial pressure, workplace challenges, long-term side effects and the emotional impact of having faced a life-threatening illness. This is why survivor support must be seen as an essential part of cancer care…

CANSA Marks 95 Years by Expanding Care, Support and Hope

From patient-centred care and screening to counselling, advocacy and a new Care Home, CANSA’s 95th anniversary reflects an organisation that continues to evolve to meet South Africa’s cancer burden. Founded in 1931, CANSA has grown into one of South Africa’s leading cancer organisations, with a national footprint spanning research, education, advocacy, screening, care and support…

Published: 22 April 2026
Updated: 26 May 2026
Categories: CANSA - Who We Are, CANSA Bedfordview Care Centre, CANSA Bloemfontein Care Centre, CANSA Cape Metro Care Centre, CANSA Durban Care Centre, CANSA East London Care Centre, CANSA George Care Centre, CANSA Gqeberha Care Centre, CANSA Help Desk, CANSA Highlights, CANSA Kimberley Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Lowveld Care Centre, CANSA Paarl Care Centre, CANSA Pretoria Care Centre, CANSA Roodepoort Satellite Care Centre, CANSA Rustenburg Care Centre, CANSA Springbok Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Upington Virtual Care Centre, CANSA Waterberg Virtual Care Centre, Media Releases & News, Work for CANSA

CANSA & Footprints 2 Africa Partnering for Dignity and Care of Stoma Patients

Thanks to Footprints 2 Africa’s dedicated team, these life-changing supplies have now reached CANSA for distribution to individuals and hospitals most in need – limited stock is available from the CANSA Pretoria Stoma Clinic…

Published: 27 November 2025
Updated: 20 July 2026
Categories: CANSA Highlights, I have Cancer, Men's Health, Women's Health

Patient-Led South African Cancer Registry – Living with Cancer

The data that the LWC Patient-Led Cancer Registry collates will be added to the current National Cancer registry to look at cancer incidents and to improve planning for cancer services in SA in the long run. CANSA invites all cancer patients to register on the portal…

Cancer-related Research Studies

We collaborate with partners to support awareness of, and access to, cancer-related research studies and make available regularly updated information on studies currently taking place in South Africa. Find out what studies and research are taking place, if you are eligible and how you can get involved.

Published: 10 November 2018
Updated: 31 October 2023
Categories: CANSA Highlights, CANSA Research, Notice Board

CANSA Highlights

South African Cancer Researchers Unite to Turn Knowledge into Impact

Breaking the Silence on Vulval Cancer

Podcast: On the CANSA Couch – Alcohol and Cancer – the Link Everyone Should Know

UICC Podcast ‘Let’s Talk Cancer’ featuring Elize Joubert (CANSA CEO) about CANSA’s Work across the Cancer Continuum

CANSA Highlights Human Rights and Cancer in the Workplace

Volunteers – Ordinary South Africans Who Keep CANSA’s Heart Beating

CANSA Marks Cancer Survivors’ Month by Focusing on Life Beyond Treatment

CANSA Marks 95 Years by Expanding Care, Support and Hope

CANSA & Footprints 2 Africa Partnering for Dignity and Care of Stoma Patients

Patient-Led South African Cancer Registry – Living with Cancer

Cancer-related Research Studies

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